Origin
Zebulon, GA
Late night in Zebulon on Thursday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
67.3 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA covers 67.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Concord Street, North Main Street, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 67.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 67.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Concord Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| Woodbury Highway | — | — |
| Truitt Street | — | — |
| Broad Street | — | — |
| Warm Springs Road | — | — |
| University Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Concord Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zebulon, GA and Columbus, GA.
1
Start on Main Street
92 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Concord Street
13 mi
·
21 min
·
Concord Street
3
Continue on North Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on Woodbury Highway
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Woodbury Highway
6
Turn left
9.9 mi
·
14 min
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Truitt Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Truitt Street
8
Continue on Broad Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
9
Turn right
6.1 mi
·
8 min
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Warm Springs Road
26 mi
·
34 min
·
Warm Springs Road
11
Turn left onto University Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
12
Turn right onto Macon Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Macon Road
13
Continue on Wynnton Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wynnton Road
14
Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue
404 ft
·
12 sec
·
10th Avenue
15
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
10th Street
16
Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Veterans Parkway
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.7 mi from Zebulon, GA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Zebulon, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, GA
The final approach into Columbus, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.52 one way
$21.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.51 | $23.01 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.46 | $24.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Columbus, GA
Late night in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Manchester, GA
34 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA covers 67.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Concord Street, North Main Street, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.7 miles from Zebulon, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Zebulon, GA to Columbus, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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